• Umbrellas are fashionable. Sort of. Don't worry, lots of tourists use them so you won't stand out plus you can get some really cute ones to accessorize. <br>

• Umbrellas are fashionable. Sort of. Don't worry, lots of tourists use them so you won't stand out plus you can get some really cute ones to accessorize. <br>

• Try to travel by vehicle throughout the day and leave walking to after the sun sets. Plus Vegas lights and shows are best after dark. <br>

• Try to travel by vehicle throughout the day and leave walking to after the sun sets. Plus Vegas lights and shows are best after dark. <br>

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• Cabbies are convenient and plentiful but they can be rather pricey depending on where you need to go. They have also been known to take tourists on the "scenic route" aka the long way around to make more on the ride so we recommend if you have a smart phone, looking up the route on Google Maps or a GPS device to tell them which way you'd like to take. Here's a [http://www.yelp.com/search?find_desc=taxi+service&find_loc=Las+Vegas%2C+NV%2C+USA&ns=1#cflt=taxis list of taxi cab companies] from Yelp although the reviews are iffy but I'd assume mostly irrate patrons actually rate cabbies. If you're on the Strip or Downtown though, not finding a cab is pretty much impossible. Every hotel will have a taxi line for you to grab one if you need it.<br>

• Cabbies are convenient and plentiful but they can be rather pricey depending on where you need to go. They have also been known to take tourists on the "scenic route" aka the long way around to make more on the ride so we recommend if you have a smart phone, looking up the route on Google Maps or a GPS device to tell them which way you'd like to take. Here's a [http://www.yelp.com/search?find_desc=taxi+service&find_loc=Las+Vegas%2C+NV%2C+USA&ns=1#cflt=taxis list of taxi cab companies] from Yelp although the reviews are iffy but I'd assume mostly irrate patrons actually rate cabbies. If you're on the Strip or Downtown though, not finding a cab is pretty much impossible. Every hotel will have a taxi line for you to grab one if you need it.<br>

• There are several airport shuttle services from McCarren Airport. These are a good idea if there's a group of you and it's usually cheaper than a cab. They only to go and from the airport though. If you're looking for a ride from your hotel back to McCarren, check with the company first to see if they're able to pick you up. Here's the [http://www.yelp.com/search?find_desc=taxi+service&find_loc=Las+Vegas%2C+NV%2C+USA&ns=1#find_desc=shuttle+service shuttle service list] from Yelp.<br>

• There are several airport shuttle services from McCarren Airport. These are a good idea if there's a group of you and it's usually cheaper than a cab. They only to go and from the airport though. If you're looking for a ride from your hotel back to McCarren, check with the company first to see if they're able to pick you up. Here's the [http://www.yelp.com/search?find_desc=taxi+service&find_loc=Las+Vegas%2C+NV%2C+USA&ns=1#find_desc=shuttle+service shuttle service list] from Yelp.<br>

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• Hotels: though it is convenient to book a block hotel, there are plenty of other options on the Strip for much cheaper. True, nothing fancy but if you're working on a budget then a $50-$80 a night hotel vs. $150-$200 a night, it looks pretty appealing. They might towards to end of either side of the Strip but the price might be worth the distance. Here are some suggestions to look at based on lower rates for that week:<br>

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Here are some tips on what to expect when you visit Las Vegas based on experience from us desert rats:

Handling the Weather
• Stay hydrated! This is probably the most important and least realized fact about visiting Vegas. Keep water on you or make sure you have easy access to water while you're out because it is very easy to become fatigued while walking around under the blazing sun in 115 degree weather.
• Wear sun screen. Even if you think you don't burn easily, the desert sun can be brutal to your skin and before you realize it, you're a burnt tomato.
• Umbrellas are fashionable. Sort of. Don't worry, lots of tourists use them so you won't stand out plus you can get some really cute ones to accessorize.
• Try to travel by vehicle throughout the day and leave walking to after the sun sets. Plus Vegas lights and shows are best after dark.

Getting Around Town
• Don't wear heels while walking the Strip! Yes, you'll look great but you will hate your life afterwards. If anything, bring a pair of flats in your purse that you can swap out while walking. There's actually a brilliant couple of women who invested in vending machines in night clubs that sell ballerina flats. Needless to say they are now multi-millionaires.
• The Monorail has several hotels on its route if you're trying to get all around the Strip. Here's their website with route info, times, prices and more: http://www.lvmonorail.com/
• Public Transportation: The CAT (City Area Transit) Bus: Check out Las Vegas's route schedule and map for the fastest way to get to your destination using Las Vegas's public transportation. Check out the Transit Map to see where public transportation can take you, and use the Transit Stop Locator to find the nearest bus stop. On a tight schedule? Text RideRTC to find out when the next will arrive at your stop. The CAT bus is not as reliable as we'd like it to be though so plan to be early to the stops, just in case.
• Cabbies are convenient and plentiful but they can be rather pricey depending on where you need to go. They have also been known to take tourists on the "scenic route" aka the long way around to make more on the ride so we recommend if you have a smart phone, looking up the route on Google Maps or a GPS device to tell them which way you'd like to take. Here's a list of taxi cab companies from Yelp although the reviews are iffy but I'd assume mostly irrate patrons actually rate cabbies. If you're on the Strip or Downtown though, not finding a cab is pretty much impossible. Every hotel will have a taxi line for you to grab one if you need it.
• There are several airport shuttle services from McCarren Airport. These are a good idea if there's a group of you and it's usually cheaper than a cab. They only to go and from the airport though. If you're looking for a ride from your hotel back to McCarren, check with the company first to see if they're able to pick you up. Here's the shuttle service list from Yelp.
• Car rentals are a good option if you can afford it for the weekend. There are some decently rated ones on Yelp's list of rental places.

Making the Most of Your Budget
• Hotels: though it is convenient to book a block hotel, there are plenty of other options on the Strip for much cheaper. True, nothing fancy but if you're working on a budget then a $50-$80 a night hotel vs. $150-$200 a night, it looks pretty appealing. They might towards to end of either side of the Strip but the price might be worth the distance. Here are some suggestions to look at based on lower rates for that week: